Pneumatic Flour Vacuum Elevator from China
Vacuum-based pneumatic elevator for lifting flour from mills to multi-level storage bins via dilute phase transport. HTS 8428.20.00 classification applies to its air-powered vertical material conveyance in baking facilities.
Duty Rate — China → United States
37.5%
Rate breakdown
9903.88.0125%Except as provided in headings 9903.88.05, 9903.88.06, 9903.88.07, 9903.88.08, 9903.88.10, 9903.88.11, 9903.88.14, 9903.88.19, 9903.88.50, 9903.88.52, 9903.88.58, 9903.88.60, 9903.88.62, 9903.88.66, 9903.88.67, 9903.88.68, or 9903.88.69, articles the product of China, as provided for in U.S. note 20(a) to this subchapter and as provided for in the subheadings enumerated in U.S. note 20(b) [to this subchapter]
9903.05.3112.5%Section 301 (forced labor) — additional 12.5% ad valorem on products of China
Import Tips
• Include dust collection efficiency ratings (>99.9%) for bakery air quality compliance
• Validate food-grade vacuum pumps and stainless steel construction in entry documents
• Test for low shear rates to maintain flour particle integrity during customs review